Service: from Silvia -- excellent, very responsive…read more All the food was amazing/exceeding expectations -- I had " fruit de mer - seafood bar". Couldn't finish (left the sturgeon shrimp and crayfish) Wife had lobster soup, vongole, and my 6 oyster supplement and half my lobster half. She also had chocolate bavaroise dessert. Highly recommended!

This place had a lot of food reviews so we decided to try it...and didn't disappoint…read more They have a great menu and a selection of a la carte items to choose from. The fish fillet was just OK, and kinda wished we ordered the Mixed Grill instead. However, the mussels are Amazing! The place can get really busy so reservations are recommended. And we for great service from staff.

Pesca offers a dining experience unlike anything I've tried before--truly unique and incredibly…read moreenjoyable. When you walk in, you're greeted by their in-house fish market, where everything is visibly fresh and beautifully displayed. You simply choose the fish or shellfish you want, they assemble your order, print a ticket, and you continue on to the wine shop. Before going any further, I want to highlight how impressive the fish market is. It feels almost like stepping into a wholesale seafood market, complete with checker-tape pricing. The staff will tell you exactly how each item can be prepared. For example, when we ordered a dozen mussels, they explained all the options and recommended a coconut curry preparation--an excellent choice and absolutely delicious. Once you have your ticket, you head into the wine bar. The team already knows how your meal will be prepared and offers thoughtful wine-pairing suggestions based on your selections. From there, you're taken to your table, where the outstanding service continues. We were served a beautiful basket of fresh bread almost immediately, along with our chosen wine. By the way, did I mention how beautiful the place is! For starters, I ordered a dozen oysters, and each pair was prepared in a different style. Every single one was outstanding. The mussels in curry sauce were so good that I needed extra bread just to savor every drop. Finally, we had monkfish--an impressively large piece, perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and absolutely incredible. From start to finish, the entire experience was exceptional. The team at Pesca, and truly the people of the Netherlands, know how to do it right. Hats off to this outstanding restaurant. I only wish we had one where I live--I'd be there every day. Actually, it would be dangerous to have Pesca too close...I'd go bankrupt:)

Very cool experience here. Upon checking in you're given the low down on how it all works and given…read morea can of sardines with your table number written on it. A fun keepsake! You choose your seafood and they tell you how it will be served. The seafood is weighed and you're given a tally of your meal. You also choose a selection of sides to go with your dinner. Once you choose your seafood you go to the wine bar and choose your drinks. We chose a pasta side orecchiette with pesto sauce and curried cauliflower. For our main dish, we chose the seabreem. We started with scallops and calamari which were both delicious and our seabreem was perfectly cooked. It would be nice to have more than one option as to how our fish could be made but all in all everything was fresh and well prepared. Service came with a smile and you can't beat the novelty and ambiance!

5 + star rating. This is Michelin star level!!! The best…read moreseafood restaurant I ever been to in my life! I've been to many countries. I did not expect Amsterdam is going to be the best seafood restaurant I found . I went to this seafood restaurant during Covid. I saw there was a huge seafood platter I wanted to order but it was from 2 people. So I didn't order it. This time, I went to the restaurant without a making reservation and I walked in then the waiter and the waitress were so nice to let me dine in. "Be aware that things changed after Covid. Please make a reservation if you are going after 8 PM. " The inside restaurant was so beautiful I sat down and see all these beautiful matching tablecloth dishes napkins everything was so perfect. There was a menu for fresh oysters. They were from 5-6 euros each so I did not order it. ( ordering the seafood platter will includes oysters great deals!) I had a glass of white beer which was served in a matching glass. The chef brought the lobster shooter to start and corn moose with shrimp on the bottom. It was very fancy French style. I had Bouillabaisse it was unbelievable. I tasted lobster bisque and fish pencil clams other seafood were inside. I was getting full already then my main course came which was that gigantic seafood platter. I lost my word!!! It was the best of the far best. Service was wonderful everybody speaks English. I really enjoyed coming here again. I didn't expect I will find the best seafood restaurant in Holland.

I don't review much any more... unless it's exceptional. Stumbled into this place for lunch with…read moretime to kill after a show at RAI. Short walk, very close. Tried some oysters. Two each of three types. All very juicy and fresh. Even came with a recommendation on the order to eat them in. (Best briney to creamy) Never knew. Also fish of the day, red bream. Really great seafood offerings and service. Very fresh and well prepared. Come in and try anything. You're welcome!

What a fulfilling way to spend what was supposed to be a full day that unexpectedly turned into…read morejust five hours in Amsterdam. We had originally booked the Damrak 213 location but had to cancel due to a flight delay. Determined to make the most of our short time before heading to Paris the next morning, I chose this location because it was close to the areas we wanted to explore after dinner -- and I'm so glad I did. After reading on their website that they keep tables available for walk-ins at most locations, we decided to try our luck. As soon as my best friend and I walked in, we were not disappointed. The ambiance felt right immediately -- warm, inviting, and full of good energy. There was little to no wait, and the fresh seafood display at the front looked incredible. Vanessa was our lovely server and truly a whole vibe throughout the evening. She, along with "Mr. Champion," gave us great suggestions on where to walk and explore next -- and we absolutely took their advice. I love a menu where you can order and split a little bit of everything with a friend, and every single dish was perfection. The shrimp croquettes, king prawns, asparagus, roasted carrots, and fish and chips (kibbeling) were all served hot, fresh, and packed with flavor at a very reasonable price. The kitchen was run by a Black chef who was clearly putting in serious work and completely understanding the assignment. I wanted to personally commend him, but he was fully locked in and busy creating magic. Even the espresso martini stood out -- easily one of the best I've had. Great, relatable conversations, amazing food, and the evening ended on a sweet note with a complimentary lemon crème brûlée served with sparkles. This spot is truly a neighborhood gem. I'm so glad we chose this location -- it turned a rushed travel day into a memorable night dining with some true champions. We can't wait to return with more time to fully enjoy the experience.

Honestly, I'm surprised this place has so many great reviews because my experience was completely…read morethe opposite. When I walked in, there was only one person at the entrance, and I was completely ignored. A family ahead of me was immediately seated, but I had to wait and try to get someone's attention--it took quite a while. I was finally seated at the bar, which was fine since I was alone, but I couldn't shake the feeling that I was an inconvenience. Everything, from getting a drink to ordering food, felt like a struggle, and the staff didn't make me feel welcome at all. The food was okay--I've had better--but the overall experience left me feeling unwelcome, and I couldn't wait to leave. I'm genuinely surprised by the high reviews, because I felt quite the opposite. I'm not sure I'd recommend this place or come back

We ate here at our first night in Amsterdam! Beautiful space that's well decorated, is bright, and…read moreairy. Started with they're version of a bloody mary that has a fresh oyster on top. We ordered the cold seafood platter, gumbo, and mussels. THe seafood overall was good but I think the platter was a little light. None of the seafood was particularly 'plump' in my opinion, but a good variety.

We had a wonderful dinner with family (group of 6) here, and Romy, our waitress took good care of…read moreus. Morgan helped with our whiskey and wine selection. The overall service was great. My wife and another of our party had the Fish & Chips, which they loved. I had the fresh catch, Dorado, and while they cook it whole, and bring it to you that way, they were very accommodating and filleted it right at the table for me... and it was delicious. Some of our party had eaten at another of their locations and really liked it, but we had not been here (or any of their locations), and we're so glad we came.

Wow! Stretched dinner out for a few hours, because I was…read moreenjoying a lazy afternoon with company - the food comes out a bit slowly so that was fine. That said, the time it takes to make the food is WELL WORTH IT. Stumbled upon Frank's on my last night in Amsterdam, and it was the greatest meal I had in town, or even in recent memory. Coffee: Damn good. Salmon-mousse: delicious creamy appetizer. Seafood platter: really nice smoked/chilled bites between the appetizer and entree. Fish-of-the-day: really flavorful smoked salmon served with incredible tomatoes, buttery potatoes, and salad. White wine: refreshing. Banana tarte with coconut ice cream: Wowowowow. The service was excellent. Waiters, cooks, manager we're all very friendly. Watched everything come out of the kitchen -- nothing looks to disappoint.

A wonderful evening out and the perfect spot for a romantic celebration. We spent the evening…read morechatting away and enjoying the music while sipping on a light, refreshing white wine and sampling a number of restuarant's platters. These offerings were all superbly prepared -from the fresh fish, to the smoked meat dish and a tasty cheese platter to finish things off. Arguably the highlight of the evening however, was the dessert! A delicious chocolate lava cake and a cardamom parfait with warm poached pear were the perfect end to a lovely evening. The service was excellent and the waitress was warm and friendly albeit a quiet evening for the establishment. The menu offers a nice range and is very well priced. This restaurant is well worth the short trip from the city center. We will definitely be back!

The Sea Bass was so good I highly recommended…read more Razor Clams were so fresh, if they were larger, it would be perfect. Still they were good size if you compared with another famous Seafood restaurant Seafood bar or Seafood Shop The cured cod was quite unique.

Probably one of the best dinners I had during my trip to Europe this summer…read more Their menu is set up to be sort of like a sampling menu where it's recommended you order multiple dishes in order to be full. It's great for getting to try a lot of things! The servers here work really hard, during the dinner rush there was only 2 of them, therefore be a little patient! The wait is totally worth. Also, make a reservation if you can, they are very popular. (It was packed and we arrived 20 minutes early for our table) We ordered oysters, lobster, seabass (whole), scallops, green salad, bread, and at the end, french coffee. The highlight of the entire dinner were the razor clams. Absolutely unbelievable and a must order if you ever visit and it's on the menu! The coffee was extremely dark and we didn't finish any of it. But, being American, we probably should've known better and researched before we ordered. The creme brûlée was also very enjoyable! (Side note: all the creme brûlées I had in Europe were pre-made and not hot when they came out. Europe tingz?) The bill didn't come out to be outrageous at all and basically all we ordered was seafood... how? All in all, the perfect dinner to end my birthday. I'll be dreaming about this place for the next few years until I visit Amsterdam again.

We stumbled upon this place for an early Sunday dinner. We got lucky and had an awesome meal…read moretogether. We started with the oysters and sourdough bread, which were excellent. The whole sea bass and fish and chips were delicious. The service was excellent. I would come back next time!

Amazing seafood from start to finish! Anchovies butter with house made sourdough, mackerel…read moreprofiteroles, langoustines and finally turbot for two.

May 2022 Friday @6:15P…read more Unique Israeli dishes, tapas style Charred Pumpkin and Carrot - This dish was a little disappointing. There was no char as listed, seemed like peeled strips of raw carrot and pumpkin on top of labneh (yogurt), sunflower seeds and sliced red chilies. Grilled Octopus - The octopus was cooked nicely, my favorite dish Rolled Shrimp Cabbage - Looks unassuming with mild delicate flavors but I kept wanting more after each bite. Sea Bream Filet - Small portion but tasty dish Israeli Salad - Fresh, tasty, healthy Polenta Fries w/Tahini Dip - Must order at all costs Dessert: Milfey Malabi - Puff pastry with malabi cream (rose water based), raspberry jam, pistachios. Light, fluffy, delicious pillows. Life changing. Overall an interesting and tasty experience. Reservations strongly recommended.

Soo good! The decor and music is a little unique. Ignore the fishing poles on the side of the wall…read morebetween you and your date because good food and drinks are coming. My partner loved their "mint tulip. The food was so healthy, flavorful. Reservations are a must as the place was totally packed on a week day. I noticed that lots of the restaurants in Amsterdam had an open kitchen concept which allowed you to see them cooking and plating. It was really impressive and fun to watch. You could tell everyone took great pride in putting out such great food and drinks.

This is a new place, nice to see someone else added it on Yelp! It's right around the corner from…read moremy apartment and it used to be an Asian restaurant. It's a beautiful interior, wide open and lots of tables and light. It's very "westernized" with a lot of English signage, which I guess is for the American tourists. I am not a big fan of that, but I won't hold it against them. The pizza and pasta were great. I recommend for a place in a pinch or a planned dinner with some friends!

We were craving a good pizza and salad and this place hit the spot! I've also never tried tiramisu…read moreand I was so excited to see a vegan option. The tiramisu was everything I could have hoped for, yall need to order it.